 You will be given an old argument prompt from an AP exam.  You will need to come up with a thesis statement that fits the prompt.  You will need to.

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 You will be given an old argument prompt from an AP exam.  You will need to come up with a thesis statement that fits the prompt.  You will need to support that thesis statement with evidence and examples.  You will need to organize your ideas well.

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 Thesis Statement: One sentence stating your argument/ main assertion.  It should be found at the end of your introduction.  Make sure your thesis statement fully answers the prompt.  It should use the wording of the prompt to help you stay focused.  Try using the destabilizing formula (Although…)

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“It is better to try and fail than fail to try.” Defend, refute, or qualify this statement. Defend: Although some tasks may seem impossible, it is better to try such tasks and fail than fail to even attempt them. Refute: While persistence and dedication are admirable traits, always “trying,” no matter what the task, can be more foolish than simply failing to try. Qualify: Although it is admirable to try even the most difficult task, it can be better to “fail to try” if the task has no possibility of success.

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 Web diagram, outline, flow chart  Each of your paragraphs should be focused on one idea- a reason for your thesis statement, an important definition, an extended metaphor, etc.  5 minutes maximum!

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 Yes…but › It is usually better to try and fail… › However, if the task was ludicrous or impossible, it is better to fail to try.  Syllogism—IGNORE FOR NOW › Trying new things helps people learn even if they fail. › Learning new things makes people well-rounded. › Therefore, trying new things, even if they fail, makes people more well-rounded.  Definition › If “failure” is a simple setback or rejection, it is better to try and fail. › If “failure” can have life-changing implications, it can be better not to try.

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Introduction For many challenges in life, “trying” is admirable, even if the risk of failure is great. However, certain tasks have such a great chance of failure that attempting them would be foolish. The key is discernment. Conclusion

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Refutation: While failure can be discouraging, that discouragement can quickly turn to determination with the right attitude. Concession: It is true that attempting impossible tasks may not always be practical, but the attempt still produces growth. Concession: People often regret trying when they fail. However, people nearly always regret not trying.

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 If you can think of an interesting opening, create one. Try a story, startling fact, or big picture opening. Historical context works well.  Don’t waste too much time on your introduction. If you can’t think of an opening, at least write a thesis statement and then move on. Leave a space open for an opening just in case you think of one later. Sometimes an idea will occur to you as your write.

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 Topic Sentence (claim): The first sentence of your body paragraph; the main idea of the body paragraph  Evidence (data): The key is to be specific! Give specific examples whenever possible.  Analysis (warrant): So what? Why do your examples matter? How do they support your thesis statement?  Tip: Don’t write a body paragraph that is over 1 page long.  Tip: Write at least 2 body paragraphs.

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 Synthesize! Draw from your main points to come to a conclusion.  Answer the question, “So What?” Why is what you said important?  End with mango sorbet!